2009 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
